Concept Artist

ABOUT ULTIMATE STUDIO

Ultimate Studio is a Melbourne based games studio on a mission to build remarkable long lasting games. To do this we want to bring passionate and talented people together, and give them the resources, time and space to focus on building games. We are currently looking for driven developers to join our experienced teams to help shape and build two high fidelity action PC games using Unreal Engine. Ultimate Studio is also a remote first workplace built on trust that caters for flexible working hours.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

As a Concept Artist, you will play a crucial role in shaping the visual direction and artistic vision for our upcoming PC title. Working closely with the Art Director and the game team, you will be responsible for creating stunning visual concepts and designs that will guide the overall aesthetic of the game. This full-time position requires a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of visual storytelling, and the ability to bring imaginative ideas to life.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with the Art Director to develop and refine the overall artistic vision for the game.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as game design and narrative, to ensure that visual elements support the overall game experience.
  • Create concept art, illustrations, and mood boards to communicate the visual style, atmosphere, and character designs.
  • Produce high-quality, imaginative, and innovative concept artwork that captures the essence of the game’s world and characters.
  • Iteratively explore different visual styles and iterate on designs based on feedback from the team.
  • Work closely with the game development team to ensure that concept art aligns with technical and gameplay requirements.
  • Contribute to the development of visual guidelines and style guides to establish a cohesive artistic direction.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, new techniques, and tools in concept art and visual development.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • A portfolio demonstrating a strong foundation in concept art, character design, environment design, and visual storytelling.
  • Proficiency in digital art software and tools, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or equivalent.
  • Ability to effectively communicate ideas visually and verbally, and to present concepts and designs in a clear and concise manner.
  • Solid understanding of composition, color theory, lighting, and perspective.
  • Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to explore multiple design options.
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to receive and provide constructive feedback.
  • Passion for games, with a deep knowledge and appreciation of various art styles and genres.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet project deadlines.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your CV and examples of your work to jobs@ultimatestudio.com.au with the role you're applying for in the subject.